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Transport providers

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Kandy to Fort
Ave. Duration:
2h 37m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$0.83–$2.54

Bus operators

National Transport Commission

Phone:
0112587372
Email:
Website:
ntc.gov.lk/
Bus from Kandy Good Shed Bus Station to Colombo
Ave. Duration:
4h 10m
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.14–$2.03

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Kandy to Colombo?

The cheapest way to get from Kandy to Colombo is to train which costs $1 - $2.17 and takes 2h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kandy to Colombo?

The fastest way to get from Kandy to Colombo is to drive which takes 1h 58m and costs $14.13 - $22.83 .

Is there a direct bus between Kandy and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kandy Good Shed Bus Station station and arriving at Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Kandy and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kandy and arriving at Fort Station station. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 37m.

How far is it from Kandy to Colombo?

The distance between Kandy and Colombo is 121 km. The road distance is 113.3 km.

How do I travel from Kandy to Colombo without a car?

The best way to get from Kandy to Colombo without a car is to train which takes 2h 37m and costs $1 - $2.17 .

How long does it take to get from Kandy to Colombo?

The train from Kandy to Fort Station takes 2h 37m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Kandy to Colombo bus from?

Kandy to Colombo bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Kandy Good Shed Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Kandy to Colombo train from?

Kandy to Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Kandy station.

Train or bus from Kandy to Colombo?

The best way to get from Kandy to Colombo is to train which takes 2h 37m and costs $1 - $2.17 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $1 - $1.74 and takes 4h 10m.

Where does the Kandy to Colombo bus arrive?

Kandy to Colombo bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal station.

What is the time difference between Kandy and Colombo?

It is currently 00:38 at both, Kandy and Colombo.

Where does the Kandy to Colombo train arrive?

Kandy to Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Fort Station.

Can I drive from Kandy to Colombo?

Yes, the driving distance between Kandy to Colombo is 113 km. It takes approximately 1h 58m to drive from Kandy to Colombo.

Where can I stay near Colombo?

There are 1080+ hotels available in Colombo. Prices start at $39.30 per night.
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